More Are Buying Locally To Eat Healthier

L hh A ddddddddddddddddd OOD ACTS | More Are Buying Locally To Eat Healthier (NAPSA)—There’s a new menu of suggestions for consumers who want to protect the environment and enjoy healthy food. Experts say there are several ways consumers can makea con- tribution toward what’s known as “the ecology of eating.” These include: Bel | i a os i aeI Farmers’ markets offer a bounty of fresh fruit, vegetables and other products from local producers. Support local family farms. Buy food from farmers who follow agricultural practices that are good for the environment. e Discover just what kinds of foods are available in your area. Ask farmers’ markets and food cooperatives to offer eggs from free-ranging hens, meat and dairy products from humanely raised animals and produce from local family farms. e Purchase fruits and vegeta- bles in season. Local and regional farmers can supply you with fresh fruits and vegetables a good part of the year. For more information including locations of farmers’ markets or food cooperatives, contact The Humane Society of the United States—Farm Animals & Sustainable Agriculture section at 301-548-7790 or visit the Web site at www.hsus.org.